The week ahead

The final day to request school records with a June 2005 graduation date before they are destroyed by the Berlin-Boylston-Tahanto school systems is Nov. 30. Additional files to be destroyed are those of students who have moved, withdrawn or were found not eligible during the 2005 school year. The anticipated date of destruction is Dec. 31. Anyone who wants to obtain their special education temporary record may do so by calling the Office of Pupil Personnel Services at (508) 869-2837, ext. 1106. File may be mailed, for a fee.

Foxwoods trip

WEST BOYLSTON — The last day to reserve and pay for the Tuesday, Dec. 4 trip to Foxwoods is Friday, Nov. 30. The bus will depart at 8 a.m. from the Mixter parking lot, Prospect St., and arrive at the casino at 9:30 a.m. Departure from the casino will be at 3:30 p.m. to arrive in West Boylston at approximately 5 p.m. Cost is $22 per person and includes choice of a full buffet coupon or $10 food coupon and $15 Keno Coupons. Trip must be paid for when reservations are made. Call the Senior Center with questions at (508) 835-6916.

PTA Holiday Marketplace

WEST BOYLSTON — Vendors have until Nov. 30 to register for the Parent Teacher Association Holiday Marketplace, which will be held Thursday, Dec. 6, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Major Edwards Elementary School Cafeteria. Set-up begins at 5 p.m. There is no table fee; however, the PTA requests 10 percent of the sales from vendors who earn $50 or more to help cover some of the cost to host the event. This year, two other school-related events will take place at Major Edwards during the Holiday Marketplace that should help draw people to the event. They are E.A.R., a reading program for students in grades 2 through 5, and Square 1 Arts distribution. Interested vendors can contact Kate Halpin at kamhalpin@yahoo.com for registration forms.

Teen Book Club

BOYLSTON — The Teen Book Club, for readers ages 12 to 18, meets on the last Friday of each month at 2:30 p.m. at the Boylston Library, 695 Main St. Books are available at the library. The next meeting is Nov. 30. Contact Michelle at mdlupien@yahoo.com or call the library, (508) 869-2371, for more information.

Garden Club Wreath Sale

BOYLSTON — The annual Garden Club decorated wreath sale will be held on Saturday, Dec.1, at the Boylston Town House, 599 Main St. Doors open at 8 a.m. until wreaths are sold out. Contact Sandy at (508) 869-6797 for more information.

Lions Club meat raffle

BOYLSTON — The next Lions Club meat raffle is on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 1 to 4 p.m. at The Other Place Pub on Route 140.

Senior Christmas Party

BOYLSTON — The last day to buy tickets for the senior Christmas party is Dec. 1. The party will be held Monday, Dec. 10, at 11 a.m. at the Boylston Congregational Church, 599 Main St. Tickets for the buffet are $20. Call Marion with questions or to request tickets: (508) 869-2451.

Santa to visit Beaman

WEST BOYLSTON — Santa Claus will visit Beaman Memorial Library on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Bring your camera, after talking with children about Christmas, Santa is sure to pose for photos.

Holiday Haul

WEST BOYLSTON — A 'Holiday Haul' will be held Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the First Congregational Church of West Boylston, 26 Central St. Items available will include: Americana and Primitives, pottery, pocketbooks, jewelry, blankets, ornaments, Usborne Books, Thirty One Gifts, dog collars, American Girl clothes, Mary Kay, Sweet Melissa and more. Admission is $2. Proceeds will benefit the Community Nursery School.

Flu clinic

BOYLSTON — The Boylston Board of Health will hold a flu clinic for Boylston residents, ages 6 months and older, Saturday, Dec. 1, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the municipal office building, 221 Main St. The clinic is free; insurance cards are required.

Assabet holiday craft fair

MARLBORO — Assabet Valley's Athletic Booster Club is sponsoring an annual Holiday Craft Fair on Saturday, Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Assabet Valley Regional Technical High School at 215 Fitchburg St., Marlboro. Shop crafts, art, baked goods, AV spirit-wear apparel and enter to win raffle prizes. Admission is paid at the door. Reserve your space by submitting the form with $30 payment. For details and forms, contact the AV Athletic Booster Club via email at aztecboosterclub@gmail.com or visit them online at http://assabettech.com under Aztec Athletics>Booster Club.

Film discussion group

BOYLSTON — The monthly film screening and discussion group will meet at the Boylston Public Library, 695 Main St., on Saturday, Dec. 1, at 11 a.m. This month's theme is Film Noir. Join the group for a film screening and a lively discussion on mood, dialogue, crime and cynicism that make up what Roger Ebert calls “the most American film genre.” For more information, call the library at (508) 869-2371 or visit boylstonlibrary.org.

Open house and tree lighting

WEST BOYLSTON — The Historical Society's Board of Directors will host its Annual Christmas Open House on Sunday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 5 p.m.; this year's event also will mark the society's 40th anniversary. The board extends an invitation to all to gather together with family, friends and neighbors to maintain this wonderful tradition by coming for an afternoon of fellowship, food and fun. Last year drew a record crowd. At 5 p.m., the festivities move to the Bandstand on the Town Common for the annual tree lighting and Christmas caroling. All are welcome.

BOYLSTON — The Tahanto High School Band and Chorus holiday concert is Tuesday, Dec. 4, at 7:30 p.m. at the school, 1001 Main St. Admission is free. The Middle School Concert will be held Thursday, Dec. 13, at 7:30 p.m.

Snowshoe class/winter hike

WEST BOYLSTON — Registration ends Dec. 5 for the Parks and Recreation snowshoeing class and winter hike. The class is meant for grades 4 and up and will take place on the grounds surrounding the Middle High School. Snowshoes will be provided for participants and proper use and fitting will be discussed, along with other equipment, clothing and safety issues that are important to keep you safe and comfortable outdoors in the winter. The class, which is designed to run with or without snow, will be Dec. 12, from noon to 2 p.m., and the cost is $40. Download a registration form and waiver from the Parks and Recreation website: www.westboylston.com/Pages/WBoylstonMA_Recreation/reginfo.

Yuletide Newport trip

WEST BOYLSTON — The Happy Travelers of West Boylston Yuletide Newport trip is Dec. 6. Cost is $72 per person with driver gratuities included. This includes a luncheon at the Atlantic Beach Club, a visit to the Marble house Mansion decorated for the holidays, followed by an early evening visit to see the lights at the LaSalette shrine. The Happy Travelers is open to residents 50 and older from West Boylston and surrounding towns. Brochures are available at the center, or contact Gladys Merrow, (508) 835-4312, for information or to book a trip.

Medicare Open Enrollment

WEST BOYLSTON — The annual open enrollment period for Medicare ends Dec. 7. This is the only chance to change coverage for next year. State-certified SHINE (Medicare) counselors can help seniors understand their plan changes, as well as other options available. For assistance, call the West Boylston Senior Center at (508) 835-6916.

Gingerbread house making

WEST BOYLSTON — Registration is still open for the annual gingerbread-making event. Cost is $40. Decoration day is Saturday, Dec. 8, at 9 a.m. at the Middle High School Cafeteria, 125 Crescent St. All participants will be provided with a freshly baked, constructed, gingerbread house, royal icing and candy to decorate. Download a registration form at www.westboylston.com/Pages/WBoylstonMA_Recreation/reginfo.

Lions Tree sale

and giving tree

BOYLSTON — The Boylston Lions Club Christmas tree sale is Saturday, Dec. 8, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., and, if necessary, Sunday Dec. 9, starting at 8:30 a.m. Sale will be held at the corner of routes 70 and 140. All trees cost $25. The Giving Tree program is back for 2012. Pick up a tag during the Christmas tree sale on Dec. 8 to help a Boylston family in need.

Breakfast with Santa

BOYLSTON — The annual Boylston firefighters Association breakfast with Santa is Sunday, Dec. 9, from 8 a.m. to noon, at the Boylston Town House, 599 Main St.

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